How Do Courts Decide Where Children Should Live?
How Do Courts Decide Where Children Should Live? When parents separate, agreeing where their children should live can be difficult. If they cannot reach an agreement, the Family Court may be asked to decide. The court does not choose which parent is better. Its priority is always the child’s welfare and best interests. What is […]
Celebrating 20 Years of Qualified Legal Experience
This year marks two milestones for our team at Marlborough Law. Karen Salmon, Solicitor and Director, is now in her 10th year as a qualified solicitor. Alex Atkins is now in his 11th year as a qualified solicitor. Between them, Karen and Alex bring almost 20 years of qualified legal experience to our clients. They […]
Christina Polley
Accounts Christina brings over 20 years of expertise in management accounts to her role as Bookkeeper at Marlborough Law. She is dedicated to keeping the firm’s financials precise and organised. An active parent with a passion for creativity, Christina spends her weekends exploring the outdoors with her two children and her dog, Buddy, or engaging […]
Transfer of Equity
Transfer of Equity: A Guide for Property Owners If you are going through a divorce, separating or wish to gift your home, you can transfer the equity in your property to another, this could be another joint owner or someone else. A “transfer of equity” is the legal process of adding or removing someone from […]
Shareholder Agreements
Shareholder agreements are private agreements between shareholders on how they will regulate the relationship between themselves. A shareholders’ agreement often addresses the following: How liabilities will be apportioned Restrictions on, or mechanisms for, creating, issuing or transferring shareholdings. Provisions for the exit of a shareholder. Options to acquire other shareholder’s shares. Shareholders Agreements: What […]
Child Contact Order – What you need to know
When a couple divorces, it can be a very difficult time for everyone involved. This can be made even more stressful when there is a child or children involved. It is important to make sure that the child is properly looked after the divorce, with fair and appropriate access to their parents and this is […]
What Happens When You Decide to Separate?
Deciding to separate from your partner can be one of the most difficult decisions you will ever make. Alongside the emotional impact, there are practical questions that suddenly need answers. Where will you live? What happens to the family home? How will you support yourself and your children? What happens to your savings, debts and […]
Eleanor Hatcher
Trainee Solictor Eleanor’s passion for the law was set in motion by Marlborough Law in 2022, where she completed work experience alongside her studies at college. She assisted on a range of matters including drafting Lasting Powers of Attorney, drafting a contract and general administrative tasks within the firm. Eleanor has graduated from Aberystwyth University […]
Mediation
What is Mediation? Mediation is a process aimed at resolving disputes through dialogue facilitated by a neutral third party, helping parties find mutual agreement efficiently and cost-effectively. It can be used to avoid court proceedings and, after proceedings are issued, mediation is still available as an option to avoid the final trial of the matter. […]
What To Expect From A Solicitor
Legal issues can often feel complicated, unfamiliar and overwhelming. Whether you’re buying a home, making a Will, going through a divorce or starting a business, having the right legal advice can make the process much easier to understand. A solicitor can guide you through the legal process, explain your options and answer your questions, helping […]